Asparagus and Radish Salad with Dill Vinaigrette by Allen Neighborhood Center

Inspired by BigOven.com

Ingredients

3/4lb Veggie Box asparagus 1 cup fresh or frozen green peas 1 cup Veggie Box radishes, thinly sliced Full share Veggie Box salad mix 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1 Tablespoon fresh Veggie Box dill, chopped 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons sugar 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/2 cup canola oil

Instructions

Step 1 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Cut asparagus in half crosswise and in half lengthwise if stems are very thick.



Step 2 - Add asparagus (and peas, if using fresh peas, not frozen) to boiling water, cook for 1 minute or until desired tenderness if reached. Drain and plunge into an ice water bath to stop the cooking process. Drain again and pat dry.



Step 3 - In a large bowl, combine asparagus, peas, radishes and arugula.



Step 4 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, dill, mustard, sugar, salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in oil. Pour over salad and toss. Serve immediately.